Topic: 40 Ford Dash light rheostat location?


bwhitworth    -- 01-24-2013 @ 5:14 PM
  I have several wiring diagrams showing a rheostat for adjusting the brightness of the dash lights. I have been under the dash several times looking for a knob or some other way of adjusting the brightness. If you where the rheostat is located please tell me.
Thanks for your help.
Bob


kubes40    -- 01-24-2013 @ 6:01 PM
  Just to the right of the ignition lock on the lower lip of the dash panel. Only the small (round) plastic knob protrudes through the dash.


supereal    -- 01-25-2013 @ 2:58 PM
  Those dash light dimmers are always a problem. Sometimes just working them will help, but if you need a replacement, the standard (sand) is 01A-13740-A, the deluxe (maroon) is the same number with a "B" suffix. They are $25 at C&G. We seldom replace them, and just jump the wires. The dash lights are seldom so bright that they require dimming, anyway.


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